Habits and Hustle

Episode 376: Jim Kwik: How to Upgrade Your Brain with Meta-Learning and Fitness


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Ever wondered if you could supercharge your learning abilities? This Fitness Friday episode dives into the fascinating world of meta-learning and brain optimization. 

My guest Jim Kwik and I discuss meta-learning’s major impact on academic performance and the concept of "learning how to learn". We also discuss the importance of physical exercise for brain health and learning, digital dementia, and human over-reliance on technology. 

Jim Kwik is an American brain coach, podcaster, writer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder of Kwik Learning, an online learning platform; the host of the Kwik Brain podcast; and the author of Limitless. Kwik has taught his brain retraining and learning techniques to students from universities such as Harvard, CalTech, and Singularity University. He also teaches executives and employees from companies such as Google, Virgin, Nike, Zappos, GE, 20th Century Fox, Cleveland Clinic, WordPress, and institutions like the United Nations to get the most out of work and life.


What we discuss: 

  • Meta-learning and its impact on academic performance
  • The concept of "learning how to learn"
  • Importance of physical exercise for brain health and learning
  • Digital dementia and over-reliance on technology

  • Thank you to our sponsor:

    Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off


    Find more from Jim Kwik:

    Website:  https://www.jimkwik.com/ 

    Instagram:  @jimkwik


    Find more from Jen:

    Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

    Instagram: @therealjencohen

    Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books

    Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements


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